July 6, 1998

Ah, the majesty and wonder!! Glacier Point is about 8,000 feet above sea level, and from here, a person can get the most spectacular view of Yosemite National Park. The Sierra peaks above the tree line are still buried in snow. Below it, cascades descend into unseen valleys. Aqua rivers are easily seen from afar. Nevada Falls thunders like jet engines roaring for take-off, continuously. The sight of the Fall itself is unbelievable. Full, pure white with the mist rising to the tops of the huge pines at its base. The slip rock below it is covered with whitewater, which tumbles again at the lip of Vernal Falls. The slow motion beauty of its descent and the thick white mist at its base are entirely awesome even from this distance. Watching through binoculars is mezmerizing.

Hardly a human voice is heard. The absence of insects is also a godsend although a thin squirrel checked us out as we enjoyed ripe, juicy, hot peaches. Only a few songbirds proclaim the divine glory in a somewhat nonchalant way. Half Dome dominates the scenic view, with Nevada and Vernal Falls "behind" it.

A thin band of puffy clouds skims the peaks while a billowy formation hides behind the crests in the direction of Tioga Pass. Upper and Lower Yosemite Falls from Glacier Point.

lower center of photo:  Illilouette Fall

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